Kati Tarpila
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Mark Cameron
I can recommend Kati to anyone seeking a level headed, fun to work with, results driven individual. She has fantastic experience of insurance, has great interpersonal skills which have been demonstrated working in many countries, and is open and honest with people which makes working with her very easy. I think she could work in many other industries, not just insurance, her personality and flexibility means should could adapt and be an asset pretty much anywhere she chooses.
Caj Weckström
I had the pleasure of working with Kati for close to ten years at Zurich, both as her manager and later on as colleague. I saw her quickly developing from underwriting assistant all the way to Head of Underwriting Services with Nordic responsibility. To me her strongest asset is her positive and proactive personality. You could always hear laughter and joy whenever Kati was around, yet she was able to perform her job with great quality and within given deadlines. Her positive attitude drives her to look for solutions rather than obstacles. Later on as a manger she was very well respected, always willing to help, encourage and support yet she was determined to lead her team with a firm hand towards the agreed goals.
Mark Cameron
I can recommend Kati to anyone seeking a level headed, fun to work with, results driven individual. She has fantastic experience of insurance, has great interpersonal skills which have been demonstrated working in many countries, and is open and honest with people which makes working with her very easy. I think she could work in many other industries, not just insurance, her personality and flexibility means should could adapt and be an asset pretty much anywhere she chooses.
Caj Weckström
I had the pleasure of working with Kati for close to ten years at Zurich, both as her manager and later on as colleague. I saw her quickly developing from underwriting assistant all the way to Head of Underwriting Services with Nordic responsibility. To me her strongest asset is her positive and proactive personality. You could always hear laughter and joy whenever Kati was around, yet she was able to perform her job with great quality and within given deadlines. Her positive attitude drives her to look for solutions rather than obstacles. Later on as a manger she was very well respected, always willing to help, encourage and support yet she was determined to lead her team with a firm hand towards the agreed goals.
Mark Cameron
I can recommend Kati to anyone seeking a level headed, fun to work with, results driven individual. She has fantastic experience of insurance, has great interpersonal skills which have been demonstrated working in many countries, and is open and honest with people which makes working with her very easy. I think she could work in many other industries, not just insurance, her personality and flexibility means should could adapt and be an asset pretty much anywhere she chooses.
Caj Weckström
I had the pleasure of working with Kati for close to ten years at Zurich, both as her manager and later on as colleague. I saw her quickly developing from underwriting assistant all the way to Head of Underwriting Services with Nordic responsibility. To me her strongest asset is her positive and proactive personality. You could always hear laughter and joy whenever Kati was around, yet she was able to perform her job with great quality and within given deadlines. Her positive attitude drives her to look for solutions rather than obstacles. Later on as a manger she was very well respected, always willing to help, encourage and support yet she was determined to lead her team with a firm hand towards the agreed goals.
Mark Cameron
I can recommend Kati to anyone seeking a level headed, fun to work with, results driven individual. She has fantastic experience of insurance, has great interpersonal skills which have been demonstrated working in many countries, and is open and honest with people which makes working with her very easy. I think she could work in many other industries, not just insurance, her personality and flexibility means should could adapt and be an asset pretty much anywhere she chooses.
Caj Weckström
I had the pleasure of working with Kati for close to ten years at Zurich, both as her manager and later on as colleague. I saw her quickly developing from underwriting assistant all the way to Head of Underwriting Services with Nordic responsibility. To me her strongest asset is her positive and proactive personality. You could always hear laughter and joy whenever Kati was around, yet she was able to perform her job with great quality and within given deadlines. Her positive attitude drives her to look for solutions rather than obstacles. Later on as a manger she was very well respected, always willing to help, encourage and support yet she was determined to lead her team with a firm hand towards the agreed goals.
Credentials
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Brain-Based Coaching Certificate
NeuroLeadership InstituteFeb, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
J.T. O'Donnell on Making Recruiters Come to You
LinkedInAug, 2017- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Shake Up The Workplace
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Switzerland
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Workplace Shaker
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May 2022 - Present
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LiveWell by Zurich
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Switzerland
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Operational Excellence
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Apr 2022 - Mar 2023
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Holcim
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Switzerland
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Wholesale Building Materials
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700 & Above Employee
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Management Development Manager
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Jul 2021 - Apr 2022
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Change Manager
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Oct 2017 - Apr 2022
Responsible for the development of the Transformation Teams and to support the CIF implementation in the plants from a L&D perspective
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Zurich Insurance
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Switzerland
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Insurance
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Project Manager, Commercial Insurance, Operations and Underwriting Services, EMEA
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Mar 2017 - Oct 2017
Responsible for process efficiency, change management and continuous improvement within International Corporate Insurance Operations and Underwriting Services (back office administration), driving Zurich Network Performance and KPIs by analysing trends and identifying potential improvement areas, building up process and organisational development capabilities in EMEA countries to facilitate change and transformation (Lean, Robotics, off-shoring). Building up a network of continuous improvement experts in the region in order to assure sustainability of Lean measures.Implementing a capacity management tool in countries, allowing steps towards cost transparency and work load balancing within teams.Leading and supporting larger and complex projects locally and across EMEA (implementation of systems, development of new tools, Transformational Programs)Deep understanding and knowledge of the International Underwriting Service function, business process and needs.
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Transformation Stream Lead, Commercial Insurance Europe, Middle East and Africa
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Dec 2016 - May 2017
Transformation Project Lead for organisational development and change program of implementing a set of Lean management tools in order to optimise business performance, overall team efficiency and to improve customer and employee satisfaction. Directing and coaching a team of 4-5 Navigators (Change Agents) in their work with the stakeholders and support business staff. Ensure teams are proficient in Lean practices. Delivering and overseeing training. Reporting to Steering Committee and Senior Managers on project status. Preparing weekly meeting presentations including recommendations.Responsible for the planning, coordination, staffing and implementation.
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Business Transformation Navigator (Change Agent), Operations & UWS Global Corporate, EMEA
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Sep 2016 - Dec 2016
Responsible for coaching and mentoring the local Business Manager trough out the change and transformation project. Acting as advocate of Lean practises showing can do attitude and providing coaching. Implementing a feedback culture and and provide training about the Lean Management system tools. Evaluating current state and renegotiating direction togheter with Business Manager to ensure best possible approach to influence and to implement a postitive change in the organisation.
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International Insurance Data Quality Manager, Operations & UWS Global Corporate, EMEA
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Jan 2015 - Sep 2016
Implementation of the data quality framework and performance scorecard KPIs, reporting to Head of Operations & UWS. Business representative for EMEA on global projects and point of contact as subject matter expert for International Program Insurance systems and tools. Managing the Received Teams in EMEA, providing support and training, initiating continuous improvement actions and build a platform for best practise sharing. Escalation point for the International Network. Monitoring and supporting delivery of changes in the EMEA countries.
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Swiss Re
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Switzerland
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Insurance
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager Centre of Excellence EMEA
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Jun 2014 - Dec 2014
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Zurich North America
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United States
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Insurance
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager Underwriting Services Finland
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Sep 2004 - May 2014
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Marsh Oy
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Espoo
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Account Manager
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2001 - 2004
Insurance Broker, International Customers Insurance Broker, International Customers
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Teamleader
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2000 - 2001
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Education
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2005 - 2007
Haaga-Helia University of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Insurance -
2006 - 2006
FINVA Helsinki
Insurance Degree, General Insurance -
2003 - 2004
Laurea University of Applied Sciences, Helsinki
Risk Management, Business Administration and Management, General -
1990 - 1993
Svenska Handelsläroverket, Helsinki
Business Graduate, Marketing
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